Hotel A
Blanket Bay
New Zealand
Hotel B
Huka Lodge
New Zealand
vs
Honeymoon Hotel Head-to-Head
Blanket Bay vs Huka Lodge
Two of the world's most coveted honeymoon hotels, scored on what actually matters for couples.
Our Verdict
Blanket Bay scores 91/100 on our honeymoon rubric; Huka Lodge scores 92/100. Huka Lodge edges this head-to-head, but read the criteria below — the right pick depends on what you value most.
Pick Blanket Bay for...
- ◆Blanket Bay starts at $1,500/night — easier on the budget.
- ◆Pick Blanket Bay if New Zealand (New Zealand) is the trip you really want.
- ◆Blanket Bay is a 5-star property with 9.5 TripAdvisor.
Pick Huka Lodge for...
- ◆Huka Lodge scores higher overall (92/100 vs 91/100) on our honeymoon rubric.
- ◆72% of Huka Lodge reviews are from couples — the romance signal is strong.
- ◆Pick Huka Lodge if New Zealand (New Zealand) is the trip you really want.
Side-by-side
At a glance — 12 criteria
1
Blanket Bay wins
2
Huka Lodge wins
Criterion
Blanket Bay
Huka Lodge
Honeymoon Score
91/100
✓92/100
Price / night
✓$1,500–$4,800
$1,800–$5,500
Stars
5★
5★
Adults-only
No
No
Beach access
No
No
Spa
Yes
Yes
Pool
Yes
Yes
Room service
Yes
Yes
Couples reviews
70%
✓72%
TripAdvisor
9.5/10
9.5/10
Country
New Zealand
New Zealand
Destination
New Zealand
New Zealand
New Zealand
Blanket Bay
91/100·$1,500–$4,800/night
New Zealand
Huka Lodge
92/100·$1,800–$5,500/night
Common questions
FAQ
Which is more expensive — Blanket Bay or Huka Lodge?+
Huka Lodge is the pricier of the two ($1,800–$5,500/night vs $1,500–$4,800/night for Blanket Bay).
Which is adults-only — Blanket Bay or Huka Lodge?+
Neither property is strictly adults-only, though both attract a predominantly adult clientele.
Does Blanket Bay or Huka Lodge have overwater bungalows?+
Neither property offers overwater villas.
When is the best month to visit Blanket Bay and Huka Lodge?+
For Blanket Bay in New Zealand, aim for the dry shoulder season; for Huka Lodge in New Zealand, the same logic applies — check our destination guides for month-by-month detail.
Is Blanket Bay better than Huka Lodge for a honeymoon?+
On our honeymoon rubric Huka Lodge scores 92/100 versus Blanket Bay at 91/100 — but the right pick depends on whether you prioritise destination and ambience.
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